Explore Data Engineer Jobs

Data engineers build and maintain the systems that help organizations collect, transform, store, and use data. Browse vetted Data Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles at companies hiring experienced professionals for positions paying $100,000 or more.

What Data Engineers Do

Data engineers design data pipelines, develop and optimize data platforms, and ensure information is reliable, accessible, and secure. Their work supports analytics, business intelligence, machine learning, and operational decision-making. Depending on the organization, a role may focus on batch or streaming systems, cloud data warehouses, data lakes, or platform engineering.

Common Skills and Technologies

Employers often seek experience with SQL and programming languages such as Python, Java, or Scala. Familiarity with cloud platforms, distributed processing, orchestration tools, data modeling, and technologies such as Spark, Kafka, Snowflake, or Databricks may also be valuable. Requirements vary by role, so review each listing for its specific tools and qualifications.

Career Opportunities

Data engineers work across industries including technology, finance, healthcare, retail, and consulting. Career paths may lead to senior or staff engineer positions, data platform leadership, or specialized roles in cloud architecture and machine learning infrastructure. Explore openings to compare responsibilities, required experience, and compensation.

Find Your Next Data Engineer Role

Search Ladders for vetted Data Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more. Use the listings to identify opportunities that match your experience, preferred technologies, and career goals.

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$160K - $190K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing robust data solutions for mission-critical environments. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance data architectures and ensure compliance with security...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$220K - $245K *

Optimize our data infrastructure and advertising products by developing scalable data pipelines and leading cross-functional initiatives. Mentor engineers and drive technical excellence within a colla...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $175K *

Unlock potential by leading the architecture and deployment of AI and workflow platforms, driving innovation across client engagements while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance operat...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$155K - $175K *

Drive your career forward by leading the architecture and deployment of AI and workflow platforms. Collaborate with teams to enhance client services and optimize internal tooling, ensuring operational...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Deliver insightful data analysis to enhance financial reporting and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline data processes and ensure accuracy in reporting for regulatory and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform enterprise data engineering by designing and implementing scalable, secure data solutions that enhance analytics, reporting, and decision-making across the organization, while mentoring team...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$160K - $200K *

Transform complex data into actionable insights by designing and deploying Tableau dashboards. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance visual analytics that support mission execution and decision-mak...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform complex data into actionable insights by designing and deploying impactful Tableau dashboards. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance decision-making and support mission execution in a dyn...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower clinical trial design by architecting robust data infrastructures that streamline insights extraction from diverse clinical documents, enhancing decision-making through advanced data pipelines...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $155K *

Drive the design and leadership of enterprise data governance and quality frameworks, enhancing compliance and discoverability while mentoring teams on best practices for innovation and efficiency acr...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing robust data governance practices, ensuring data discoverability and quality for federal clients. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data stewardshi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform raw legal and medical data into impactful machine learning models. Collaborate with experts to enhance our proprietary platform using ML, NLP, and generative AI, driving measurable improveme...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$135K - $160K *

Join our dynamic ML team to develop and deploy cutting-edge models that enhance our proprietary claims-intelligence platform, focusing on machine learning, NLP, and generative AI to improve outcomes f...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$169K - $254K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI innovation, leading the design and evolution of enterprise AI platforms. Drive technical strategy, influence cross-functional teams, and mentor engineers whi...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Innovate data processing solutions and shape the future of real-time analytics across our platforms. Lead the development of scalable streaming infrastructure while collaborating with cross-functional...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$130K - $155K *

Pioneer the development of scalable data platform systems, enhancing streaming capabilities while ensuring operational excellence and integration across teams. Collaborate on real-time analytics and s...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of data infrastructure by leading the development of scalable streaming systems, enhancing real-time analytics capabilities, and driving cross-functional collaboration at a rapidly ev...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in developing advanced data platform systems, driving the evolution of real-time streaming infrastructure, ensuring reliability and performance, and enabling cross-functional collabora...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$105K - $178K *

Lead agile software development as a Technical Leader, aligning IT strategy with business goals. Drive data governance, enhance system performance, and mentor teams while delivering high-quality softw...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $185K *

Partner with us to deliver innovative payment solutions, guiding merchants through complex integrations and technical decisions that enhance performance and scalability in a dynamic environment...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$168K - $212K *

Unlock your potential by developing core data structures for a leading game engine. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product quality and drive innovative solutions that power user-created exp...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$122K - $127K *

Transform healthcare integration by developing and maintaining clinical and administrative interfaces. Leverage your technical expertise to ensure seamless data flow and implement innovative solutions...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $150K *

Lead the design and development of scalable data solutions to optimize data pipelines and ensure robust data quality, partnering with stakeholders for impactful business insights...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$97K - $162K *

Innovate backend solutions for critical national security missions, developing APIs and data capabilities in cloud environments. Collaborate with Defense and Intelligence sectors to solve complex tech...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$195K - $235K *

Lead the design and development of robust data systems, ensuring reliable data flow and integrity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex rental-housing challenges while mentoring en...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Data Engineer do?question toggle

    A Data Engineer builds and maintains data pipelines and platforms that collect, process, store, and deliver reliable data for analytics and other business needs.

  • What skills are commonly required for Data Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Common requirements include SQL, programming with Python or another language, data modeling, and experience with cloud platforms or distributed data tools. Specific qualifications depend on the employer and role.

  • Which industries hire Data Engineers?question toggle

    Data Engineers are hired across technology, finance, healthcare, retail, consulting, and many other industries that rely on data systems.

  • How can I find Data Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Data Engineer listings on Ladders, where you can explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more and review each posting for compensation and qualifications.